Director of Nursing Women's Service
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Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Relocation bonus
- Director of Nursing – Women’s Services
Location: Framingham, MA
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
The Director of Nursing – Women’s Services provides leadership and operational support to the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) in overseeing nursing practice and designated patient care services across multiple units within the hospital.
This role is responsible for assisting with the assessment, planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of nursing practices to ensure high-quality, safe, and effective patient care. The Director supports clinical staff competency, appropriate resource utilization, and compliance with professional standards. This position carries 24/7 accountability for assigned areas.
Key Responsibilities
Provide leadership and operational support to the CNO in overseeing nursing and designated patient care services.
Lead and support nursing practice across multiple units, promoting consistent clinical standards and best practices.
Assist in assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating nursing care delivery and operational initiatives.
Promote high-quality, safe, and appropriate patient care in accordance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
Support clinical staff competency, professional development, and accountability.
Ensure appropriate staffing and resource management to support patient care needs and operational efficiency.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills, strong leadership, and sound hospital operational judgment.
Serve as a role model and advocate for the nursing profession, fostering collaboration and a culture of excellence.
Maintain 24/7 accountability for assigned service areas.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Education
Associate degree from an accredited nursing school with a bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field, or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Experience
Minimum of two years of progressive management experience in a hospital setting as a manager, full-time charge nurse, or in a related leadership role.
Licensure and Certifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Current professional licensure, certification, or registration as required by applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
- Current CPR certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a master's degree in a healthcare-related field.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is an experienced nursing leader with strong clinical judgment, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and demonstrated hospital operations experience. They will be committed to patient safety, clinical excellence, staff development, and effective resource management while supporting the CNO in advancing organizational goals.
Join the team and help advance excellence in women's healthcare through effective nursing leadership and high-quality patient care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an Associate degree in nursing with a bachelor's degree in a healthcare field or a BSN, along with a current RN license. A minimum of two years of progressive hospital management experience is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Nursing Leadership — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 50% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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